About SunCulture:

Founded in 2012, SunCulture’s Vision is to build a world where people take control of their environment in rewarding and sustainable ways. SunCulture does this by developing and commercializing life changing technologies that solves the biggest daily challenges for the world's 570 million smallholder farming households. We are the largest distributor of solar water pumps / solar irrigation for smallholder farmers in Africa and were selected by Fast Company as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2021. Here is a good explainer video recently made by CNBC. Over the last 5 years the company has grown significantly and now employs 400+ people around the world.

About the role:

SunCulture is seeking a committed and passionate Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Associate, who will be responsible for supporting SunCulture Kenya Limited’s commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy, and environmentally sustainable workplace. The role involves implementing and monitoring health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs across all operations, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards, and fostering a culture of safety and sustainability within the organization.

Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor compliance with Kenya’s occupational health, safety, and environmental laws, as well as industry-specific regulations.

• Prepare and submit required HSE reports to regulatory authorities and ensure corrective actions are taken to address non-compliance issues.

HSE Program Implementation

• Develop and execute comprehensive health, safety, and environmental programs tailored to SunCulture’s operations.

• Ensure company-wide adherence to HSE policies and procedures, including training employees on HSE standards and best practices.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation

• Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify potential hazards and environmental impacts in SunCulture’s operations.

• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to prevent workplace accidents, injuries, and environmental incidents.

HSE Incidents Coordination

• Coordinate HSE Incident management in coordination with relevant teams to implement corrective and preventive measures

• Respond promptly to workplace accidents, incidents, or near-misses, conducting thorough investigations to identify root causes.

Emergency Preparedness and Response

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans to address potential health, safety, and environmental emergencies.

• Coordinate regular drills and training sessions to ensure employee preparedness.

Data Collection and Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and maintain HSE data, including injury rates, environmental performance metrics, and audit findings.

• Provide monthly reports to the Head of ESG, highlighting key trends, compliance status, and recommendations for improvement.

Employee Engagement and Training

• Conduct HSE training sessions and workshops for employees and contractors to raise awareness and encourage adherence to safety and environmental practices.

• Foster a culture of accountability, ensuring all employees understand their role in maintaining a safe and sustainable workplace.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated on emerging HSE trends, technologies, and best practices relevant to SunCulture’s industry.

• Propose and implement enhancements to existing HSE policies, programs, and systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field

• NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, or equivalent.

• Registered OSH Auditor with the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in HSE management, preferably in the renewable energy, agriculture, or manufacturing sectors.

• Strong knowledge of Kenya’s HSE regulations and international safety standards.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in preparing detailed reports and presenting findings to management.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with employees, contractors, and stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Does this sound like you?

The core determinants for this role are someone:

• Who is a culture fit

• With ability to execute on multiple work streams at once

• With attention to detail and commitment to safety.

• Proactive and solutions-oriented approach to risk management.

• Strong ethical standards and commitment to promoting a safe and sustainable workplace.

• Who has the ability to professionally interact with a wide range of individuals from C-Suite professionals, to external stakeholders, to junior staff

Good to Note:

SunCulture is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.